She said it occupies “an idyllic spot between the looming Pitons, the guardian peaks of the island.”

“There is a gentle crescent of sandy beach,” she added. “The monochromatic decor – white four-poster beds draped with mosquito nets; white-painted and white-cotton-covered wooden furniture; white shutters – does nothing to detract from the enthralling views that thrust themselves upon you at every moment of the day.”

The hotel is also recommended by our St Lucia expert, Fred Mawer, who describes it as “a luxury hotel with the best location of any hotel in St Lucia, an extraordinary spa, and gorgeous accommodation.” Click to read his full review.